Microbiology

To provide basic knowledge on microbial world, mandatory to properly study following microbiology-related courses. Specific attention will be given to agro-food bacteria and microorganisms involved in carbon and nitrogen cycles in soil.

Knowledge of morphology and biochemical structure of bacteria and viruses; methodologies of isolation and identification (by classic and molecular methods) of specific bacteria; knowledge of microbial energetic metabolism; comprehension of the principles supporting ecological adaptation, selection and genetic variability of bacteria.